Parc del Laberint d’Horta, Labyrinth Park in Barcelona
Park Guell by Gaudi in Barcelona
Sagrada Familia by Gaudi in Barcelona
Gaudi in Barcelona
What to do in Barcelona, Spain
Barcelona, an art-centric city on Spain’s northeastern coast, is known for its Gaudi architecture, bars that stay open late, and delicious food. Well knownd museums and art galleries include the Picasso Museum, the Joan Miró Foundation, and the National Museum of Catalan Art.
What to see in Barcelona
- Sagrada Família, Antoni Gaudí’s church and UNESCO World Heritage Site.
- Park Güell, another Gaudí masterpiece with whimsical sculptures and mosaics.
- Casa Milà (La Pedrera), see the exterior of Gaudí’s Modernista apartment building with a unique wavy façade.
- La Rambla, a popular pedestrian street lined with shops, restaurants, and street performers. (not to be confused with Rambla del Raval)
- Gothic Quarter, a historic neighborhood with medieval buildings and churches, including the Barcelona Cathedral.
- El Parc del Laberint d’Horta or the Labyrinth Park, It is 750m (almost 0.5 miles) of paths that split into 8 different ends, only one of them taking you to a central gazebo with a sculpture of Eros, the God of Love, and then to the exit.
Given its coastal location, Barcelona’s also has some fantastic beaches, parks, and gardens. Take a walk or bike ride along the tree-lined Rambla del Raval, a pedestrian street with great restaurants, art and seasonal markets like Raval Open Market, an urban-designer trade fair for finding unusual items made with heaps of imagination and creativity.
No matter your interests, Barcelona has something for you. It is a truly unique and out-of-the-box city.
Here are some travel tips for visiting Barcelona:
- Purchase a Barcelona Card for free admission to many top attractions and unlimited public transportation.
- Book tickets for popular attractions in advance, especially during the summer.
- Avoid visiting in August during peak vacation season in Europe. Be prepared for crowds, especially in popular tourist areas.
- Learn a few basic Catalan phrases, such as “bon dia” (good morning), “si us plau” (please), and “gràcias” (thank you - the c is pronounced with a “th”).
- Be aware of your surroundings and take precautions to avoid pickpockets. Especially in areas like La Rambla.